I suppose being a mom is always going to come first...

This is a post I started a few days ago but somehow being a mom got in the way.  I was feeling particulary thankful that day and needed to jot down some of the amazing blessings I have been given.

There are more but here are some of the things I am thankful for
  • An amazing husband who is becoming an equally amazing dad.
  • A forever faithful and loving heavenly Father who knows just what we need and when we need it.
  • Fantastic family and friends who have supported us through this very long journey.
  • Two beautiful daughters who are becoming the apples of my eyes.
  • Time to wash my hair this morning.
  • The oasis of a comfy king size bed in a cushy hotel room in the middle of crowded, hot and  loud Nanchang City
  • Chinese laundry
  • Travel companions who are adopting only one baby and therefore have time to take pictures.
  • Travel companions who are so kind and generous to assist us with whatever we need,
  • The best guides from our adoption agency who are taking care of every detail of our trip. I wonder if they plan vacations as well.
  • Nap time.

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